This lamp is a statement piece! We love the design. There are, however, a few points to keep in mind; Firstly, light bulbs may be difficult to find (we couldn't find the right ones at our local hardware store - so we ordered online). Secondly, the "X" style base is quite tall and can't be concealed under furniture that is low to the ground so the lamp takes up more space than we initially anticipated. Finally, the switch on the cord is big and doesn't sit flat on the floor without anchoring it down as it is too light-weight. A few things to consider, and although it required a little troubleshooting, this lamp is the focal point of our space, we love the look, shipping was fast, and item arrived in good shape.